camera types. megapixel equal to one million pixels (or 1 mp). higher the mp = higher resolution =...
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Megapixel Equal to one million pixels (or 1 MP). Higher the MP = higher resolution =
nicer looking picture
Basic Digital Camera (point-and-shoot) A very simple camera
that has very few, if any, manual photographic controls.
Built in flash Automatic shooting
modes (ex. Landscape, portrait)
Either fixed focal length lens or a modest zoom lens
5 MP or lower
Mid-Range Camera Higher resolution
(7MP or 8MP) Built-in zoom lens
of @ least 3x More manual
controls
High-End Digital Camera Designed for the
more advanced snapper
Captures images faster
Better zoom ratio High resolution
(8MP or higher)
SLR and D-SLRSingle Lens ReflexHinged mirror that reflects the projected image from the lens into a prism or ground glass. The mirror moves aside during the exposure so the image light can expose the film or sensor. Look through the lens to
take the picture Inter-changeable lenses
and accessories
Medium Format Maximum
flexibility Interchangeable
lenses and film Larger negative =
higher resolution - richer colors - heaver, larger – needs a tri-pod
Large Format Camera
Can only be used on a tripod
Negatives/transparencies in a variety of sizes
- 4” x 5” to 11” x 14” Highest quality images Ability to make the
largest prints Still life, product,
architectural and landscape photography
Pinhole Camera
Does not use a lens - replaced by a
thin sheet of metal with a tiny hole in it that projects an image
Universal depth of field = everything is in focus
Image not as sharp